University of Groningen Student Blog

Now that spring is officially here, it’s the perfect time to go on a walk through Noorderplantsoen to admire the blooming flowers. And what better way to do this than by listening to a lovely podcast?

We’ve all tried at least once to study after a night out during our time at university. In order to help you have a somewhat successful study session, we’ve thought of some tips! But disclaimer: they’re probably useless because, let’s be honest, who is going to study after a night out, right? ;)

It’s World Compliment Day today! In light of this, Communication and Information Studies student Pola talks about her experience with receiving and giving compliments and how these relate to certain love languages.

Are you moving to Groningen soon? Or have you moved already but is the Dutch healthcare system still a mystery to you? Anne is here to help you find your way! Read her blog for everything you need to know about healthcare in the Netherlands

In the last part of our minor abroad-series, Hylke shares what it was like coming back home after her time studying at University College Cork in Cork, Ireland, and gives some useful tips.

In the second part of our minor abroad-series, Hylke shares her experience of studying at University College Cork in Cork, Ireland, and gives useful tips for studying abroad.

You either love it or hate it: Valentine’s Day! Here are 10 unique (self-)date activities you (+ your significant other) can do in and around Groningen tomorrow. Enjoy!

Are you currently in the process of applying for a minor abroad, but don’t know what you can expect? This blog is for you! Hylke shares her experience of preparing for her Erasmus+ exchange to Cork and gives useful tips that will hopefully help you to prepare for your time abroad as well.

Today’s Blue Monday: the most depressing day of the year. While Blue Monday is a myth, it’s not surprising if you experience the winter blues (or even Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)) now that the days are long and dark. In light of this, here are 7 tips on how to beat the winter blues as a student!

Exam season is upon us! Here are 13 GIFs that describe a typical exam period. Including: being blinded by the orange walls of the Aletta Jacobs hall and (last-minute) late-night studying sessions at the UB. Enjoy!